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Basil Rathbone, Master of Stage and Screen: Biography. The Life of Basil Rathbone. 1892—1967. Growing Up. Philip St. John Basil Rathbone 's life began on June 13, 1892, in Johannesburg, South Africa. In 1895 his family had to flee to escape the Boers because Rathbone's father was accused of being a British spy.
6 days ago · Basil Rathbone was a British character actor whose portrayal of Sherlock Holmes highlighted a long and varied stage and screen career. Upon graduating from Repton school in England in 1910, Rathbone made his stage debut in Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew in 1911.
Actor Basil Rathbone, whose roles ranged from Shakespeare to Sherlock Holmes, died of a heart attack Friday in New York. He was 75.
This website exists to honor one of Hollywood's greatest screen and stage actors: Basil Rathbone. Perhaps best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the 1930s and 1940s, Rathbone gave outstanding performances in many, many other films as well.
Sir Basil Rathbone, KBE, MC, Kt (13 June 1892, Johannesburg – 21 July 1967, New York City) was an English actor. He rose to prominence in England as a Shakespearean stage actor and went on to appear in over 70 films, primarily costume dramas, swashbucklers, and, occasionally, horror films.
Philip St John Basil Rathbone. Birth Place. South Africa. Born. June 13, 1892. Died. July 21, 1967. Cause of Death. Heart Attack. Biography. Read More.
Welcome to the world of Sherlock Holmes, the legendary detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This playlist features all 14 films starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes and Nigel...
